For a more in-depth wine experience, these wineries will offer a high level of wine knowledge along with your tasting.

Top spots to learn about the art, science, and history of winemaking

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Overview

We’ve all been thirsty and in a rush when visiting Wine Country. Sometimes you just want to sidle up to a tasting bar and hold out your glass. But other times, you may want a more in-depth experience in which you actually stand to learn something new. If you’re interested in diving deep into a region’s unique history, a winemaker’s eclectic viticulture and production methods, or just curious to learn the basics of wine, a visit to these five wineries will leave you with a wealth of new knowledge. —Julie Albin

The wines at Fogline Vineyards are well worth the trip. In 2009, Brent Bessire and Evan Pontoriero came up with the idea of producing small lots of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Syrah. Their home vineyard is on the Petaluma Gap area, notable for the wind and fog that rollRead Review

If Hogwarts and an East Coast University got drunk one night and conceived a love child, it would look and feel like Inglenook. There is an undeniably formal quality to it, but the staff is well-trained and educated, sharing information in a friendly and digestible way.Read More